Key numbers that defined Sixers' 122-113 win over Clippers

Key numbers that defined Sixers' 122-113 win over Clippers

After coughing up a 20-point lead in the third quarter, the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to escape with a 122-113 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. While it was frustrating to watch the lead disappear, it was encouraging to see the team steady themselves and get the win to climb back over .500. Let’s look at some key numbers from the win.

41: Joel Embiid’s points

The big man continued his dominant ways, notching the second 40-point game of his career and becoming the first Sixer to hit the 40-point mark at home since Allen Iverson in 2006. Embiid added 13 rebounds and four blocks for good measure as he led the team to victory.

16: Markelle Fultz’s +/-

Fultz’s +16 tied Embiid for the team high in the category. The second-year guard scored 12 points to go with nine rebounds and five assists. He had a couple electrifying drives to the basket and provided a huge spark while helping the Sixers weather the Clippers’ third-quarter run. It could be argued that Thursday night was Fultz’s most impactful game as a member of the Sixers and it was great to see the team finding success with him on the court.

48.1: Sixers’ 3-point percentage

An area the team has struggled at times this season, on Thursday night the Sixers had the 3-ball working. Robert Covington was a perfect 2-2, while JJ Redick, Landry Shamet and Mike Muscala each knocked down 50 percent of their attempts from deep.

The importance of 3-point shooting can’t be overstated and is something the Sixers have embraced. It felt good to see the long ball going down, as it will be key to the team’s success.